novelraw Chapter 700: Targeted by a Wolf
Chapter 700: Targeted by a Wolf
Her ex-boyfriend, Milo Field, was the high school heartthrob with stunning looks and that unique youthful energy of a young man, which Peter Barnes, in his forties, couldn’t compare to.She’s immune to Milo Field, let alone Peter Barnes.
So, when Peter Barnes reached out to shake her hand, Isabella Weaver pretended not to see it and turned to talk to Cora Ginger.
"Cora, what happened to your face?"
Under normal circumstances, Isabella Weaver wasn’t supposed to know she got hurt, so she still had to ask the question.
"Hit by Natalie Niles."
Cora Ginger touched her face and said with a bitter smile, "My dad and brother tricked Connor out of his money, so Natalie Niles came to our house and gave us all a beating. Isabella, you must stay away from her. She’s scheming, ruthless, not like us."
Isabella Weaver nodded; indeed, Natalie Niles was ruthless, even specializing in hitting faces. Half of Cora Ginger’s face was bruised.
But, since when did she start protecting Connor like this?
Connor probably won’t have to worry about being taken advantage of anymore, having such a formidable girlfriend. It’s enough that they don’t scam others.
She chatted with Cora Ginger, leaving Peter Barnes aside, pretending he wasn’t there.
Peter Barnes, having been through the ups and downs in the business world for over a decade, had already honed his skills to remain calm under such circumstances. Ignored by Isabella Weaver, he still smiled as if he had a really good temper.
The four of them sat together. Besides the dishes Isabella Weaver previously ordered, Cora Ginger added a bunch more, laughingly saying, "Let’s have Old Barnes treat us today!"
As she spoke, she turned to check Peter Barnes’ expression, afraid he would refuse.
Of course, Peter Barnes didn’t refuse. He gently supported Cora Ginger’s waist in a gentlemanly manner, his tone tender, "Whatever you say."
Being able to dine with Harry Hunter’s woman made him delighted.
Opposite him, Isabella Weaver wore a white silk blouse with a great drape, emphasizing her outstanding elegance.
Her long hair was up, revealing a swan-like graceful neck, fair and delicate, with faint blue veins underneath, tempting one to take a bite just to taste.
Her appearance was pure and beautiful, seemingly a bit matured since the last meeting. She lost a hint of immaturity, gaining a trace of cold allure. Her fresh lips weren’t painted with lipstick but were still vibrant and glossy.
And in this world, the only man who could taste her fresh lips was Harry Hunter.
Just this made her allure deadly!
The restaurant served the food quickly, and the four of them began eating.
Cora Ginger, true to her lively character, made the atmosphere at the table very engaging and fun.
Peter Barnes hid his desire for Isabella Weaver well, considerately serving Cora Ginger food, even taking a napkin to wipe grains of rice off her lips, acting just like the perfect boyfriend.
Isabella Weaver watched their interaction and lowered her gaze.
Everything was in the past.
Connor and Cora, no longer possible.
Connor now had Natalie Niles, and Cora had Peter Barnes.
Fortunately, Natalie Niles was very attentive to Connor now, and Peter Barnes was also very fond of Cora Ginger.
They were all happy, which made her feel at ease.
Isabella Weaver didn’t mention the million that Cora Ginger borrowed, nor the incident where her brother and father tried to scam her, nor did she ask why she reconciled with Peter Barnes again.
This time it couldn’t have been a setup by Natalie Niles; Peter Barnes was willingly nurturing Cora Ginger. Although a bit older, his maturity and stability meant the age didn’t matter as long as he treated Cora well.